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Macaronight 2026 brings the University of Madeira's science to Largo do Colégio
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Macaronight 2026 brings the University of Madeira's science to Largo do Colégio

SAPO Notícias14 September 2026 at 15:54

The University of Madeira (UMa) promotes on September 25 Macaronight 2026 – European Researchers' Night. The event will take place between 3:00 PM and 9:30 PM at Largo do Colégio, in Funchal.

Macaronight is an initiative that aims to bring the University of Madeira's science to the attention of the general public. The action is part of the European Researchers' Night, a European-wide event that seeks to bring citizens closer to the work developed by researchers.

The event is open to the public and is expected to bring together both the academic community and local residents, offering the opportunity to learn about projects and research carried out at the university up close.

The organization states that Macaronight 2026 represents the University of Madeira's commitment to disseminating science and fostering interest in scientific research in the region.

Why this matters

Readers in the Madeira region will have the opportunity to participate in a free event that brings university science to public spaces, allowing direct interaction with researchers and learning about the scientific activities developed at UMa. This event is part of European Researchers' Night, a European scientific outreach initiative.

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